The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance

Chapter 71

Jasper sneered, "Want to know if it was you? Just ask Rachel."

Keen said, "Mom, I won't forgive you if you don't apologize to Rachel."

In the past, Stella would have been in a panic, trying to soothe him. But she only glanced at him this time, not bothering to explain, and quickly looked away.

The change left Keen feeling uneasy. Recently, Stella had been acting strangely. But his grandma and Jasper assured him it was only a ploy to get attention from him and Dad, telling him not to fall for it.

With that in mind, Keen added, "Even if it's for attention, Mom shouldn't hurt Rachel. If you do it again, I won't take you as my mom!"

Stella's fists clenched instinctively, but her expression remained icy. "Do what you want."

Was that her another

hospital room, leaving Jasper behind, his gaze fixed

hospital room, Rachel had regained consciousness and

know if I'll get to play the violin for you again..." she said, a hint

the other kids in awe. "Keen's mom is amazing, like a fairy, and his

he couldn't boast about

be fine," Keen said with determination. "If Mom

in. Keen felt momentarily guilty, but Stella didn't look at him. Her focus was on Rachel. "Ms. Pearce,

nod. "Thank you, Ms. Cameron, for coming to see

of resentment, irked Jasper. "Rachel, why are you being so nice to someone who tried to